Program Overview

Introduction to Biomedische Technologie

The Biomedische Technologie program at the Universiteit Twente focuses on the design, development, and improvement of innovative technologies for healthcare, such as rehabilitation robots, artificial organs, prostheses, and medical imaging techniques.

Program Details

• Duration: 3 years
• Language: Dutch
• Location: Enschede
• Numerus Fixus: No, but a mandatory study choice check is required
• Start Date: September 1, 2026, and September 1, 2027
• Diploma: Bachelor of Science
• CROHO Code: 56226

Why Study Biomedische Technologie?

• Become an academic researcher and a problem-solving engineer
• Study at a university that excels in care and technology
• Work on concrete problems and projects
• Receive a lot of personal attention

Career Prospects

As a graduated biomedical engineer, you will have excellent job prospects. Some possible functions include:

• Medical system engineer
• Product developer
• Project manager
• Consultant
• Researcher
• Manager of a healthcare institution

Education Overview

• Faculty: Technical Natural Sciences
• Type: Full-time (no part-time program possible)
• Accreditation: NVAO
• Study Choice Check: Mandatory

Program Structure

The program is designed to provide students with a broad, multidisciplinary perspective, combining knowledge of physics, mathematics, chemistry, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, biology, and medicine to develop new technological applications for healthcare. Each study year is built up of 4 modules, during which students work on team projects, applying their knowledge to current issues. This unique combination of theory and practice is characteristic of the Twente Education Model.